Aaron Nola overcame pregame neck tightness to pitch six scoreless innings against the Diamondbacks, showcasing strong performance despite initial concerns from the Phillies’ management. His average velocity was notably up at 92.2 mph, and he effectively utilized his cutter and curveball, contributing to a 7-2 victory, while lowering his ERA from 6.43 to 4.61 over two starts. Nola expressed optimism about the neck issue, noting it was not severe and expected it to resolve quickly, as he prepares for his next game in Cleveland.
